Newbery Medal · 1941

The 1941 Newbery Medal

Call It Courage won the 1941 Newbery Medal. Browse it alongside all 4 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

1941 Newbery Medal Winner
Call It Courage
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1940

Call It Courage

By Armstrong Sperry

A boy faces the sea to conquer fear and prove his courage.

Newbery Medal (1941)
95 pages· 19,399 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 14,847 ratings
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Summary: Mafatu, son of the Great Chief of Hikueru, fears the sea that claimed his mother. Branded a coward, he sets out alone with his dog and albatross to confront his terror. A fierce storm and a deserted island test his resolve and resourcefulness. Will Mafatu's journey transform him from a fearful boy into a courageous legend? Discover the tale that the people of Hikueru still sing around their fires.
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1940

Blue Willow

A girl dreams of a permanent home amidst the hardships of the Great Depression.

176 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 3,975 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Janey Larkin clings to a cherished blue willow plate, a symbol of the stable home she longs for. As her family drifts from farm to farm during the Great Depression, Janey dreams of putting down roots. Will her promise to the plate ever come true, or will the harsh realities of the Dust Bowl keep her family on the move forever? Discover Janey's journey of hope and resilience in a world where home is a fleeting dream.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1940

The Long Winter

A brutal winter traps a town; survival hinges on a daring quest for food.

334 pages· 67,661 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 94,361 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In the harsh winter of 1880-81, Laura Ingalls and her family are snowbound in the Dakota Territory. As blizzards isolate their town, food dwindles, threatening starvation. Young Almanzo Wilder embarks on a perilous journey across the prairie to secure wheat. Will his bravery save the town? Experience a unique Christmas celebration in this gripping tale of resilience and hope.
Chapter Book · 1940

Nansen

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165 pages
3.5/5 Goodreads · 41 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Unavailable for this description.
Chapter Book · 1940

Young Mac of Fort Vancouver

Sons of traders and Indian women navigate life in Vancouver.

238 pages
3.3/5 Goodreads · 47 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: In Vancouver, Washington, the sons of fur traders and Indian women grapple with their unique heritage. As they straddle two worlds, they must confront societal expectations and personal identity. Will they find a place where they truly belong, or will the clash of cultures tear them apart? Discover their journey of self-discovery and resilience in a changing world.
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